Fresenius Medical Care Corporation (FMS)vsSelect Medical Holdings (SEM)
FMS
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
$22.26
+1.04%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $12.47B
SEM
Select Medical Holdings
$16.29
+0.12%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $2.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation generates 260% more annual revenue ($19.63B vs $5.45B). FMS leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs 2.7%. FMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. FMS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
FMS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SEM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.4%
Fair Value
$90.32
Current Price
$22.26
$68.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-105.7%
Fair Value
$7.89
Current Price
$16.29
$8.40 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
4.2% earnings growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMS
The strongest argument for FMS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SEM
The strongest argument for SEM centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : FMS
The primary concerns for FMS are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 5.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SEM
The primary concerns for SEM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SEM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
SEM is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
FMS generates stronger free cash flow (564M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FMS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 51/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Fresenius Medical Care Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA provides dialysis care and related dialysis care services in Germany, North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Bad Homburg, Germany.
Visit Website →Select Medical Holdings
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Select Medical Holdings Corporation, through its subsidiary, Select Medical Corporation, operates critical illness recovery hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, and occupational health centers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
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